CACI International

Electrical Engineer SME - RF Design

CACI International$90K — $189K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in electrical engineering or related field with 7+ years of experience.
  • Familiarity with engineering processes including ICDs, SRDs, CDDs, PDR, CDR, and PLM.
  • Proficient in RF analysis tools like GRASP, Ansys STK, MATLAB, and Keysight Genesys.
  • Broad knowledge of digital communication signals.
  • Experience with RF lab equipment, including Network Analyzers and Oscilloscopes.
  • Strong organization and communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical discussions.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RF system architecture.
  • Define key RF capabilities based on customer requirements.
  • Assess commercial components for complex RF systems.
  • Utilize mastery of RF communication principles for system advancement.
  • Develop system architecture and interface definitions.
  • Outline system implementation approaches and operational concepts.
  • Guide technical direction for system architecture implementation by other team members.

Benefits

  • Flexible time off for better work-life balance.
  • Robust learning and development resources available.
  • Healthcare, wellness, and financial benefits.
  • Retirement and family support benefits.
  • Opportunities for continuous growth in career.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Electrical Engineer SME - RF Design

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2027

Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for designing and developing RF system architecture./
  • Decomposes customer requirements and defines key RF capabilities and performance requirements for solutions or products with supporting electrical and performance parameters.
  • Identifies and assesses commercial component solutions for complex RF systems.
  • Possesses demonstrated mastery of RF communication principles and other RF and aperture engineering domain knowledge in order to design, develop, and support system advancement against mission requirements.
  • Defines total systems design and technology maturity constraints in accordance with mission requirements.
  • Develops system element architecture and design and interface definitions.
  • Defines system implementation approach and operational concept. Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development.
  • Provides technical and strategic direction related to the implementation of system architecture by other staff.
  • Competent communicator with executives and key program stakeholders.


Qualifications:

Required
  • BS in electrical engineering or similar field and minimum of 7 years of applicable experience.
  • Exposure to standard Engineering Process and terms such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs), System Requirements Documents (SRD), Capability Development Documents (CDDs), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical
  • Design Review (CDR), Customer Acceptance, Product Life Management Review (PLM)
    Familiarity with RF analysis tools and methods including GRASP, Ansys STK, MATLAB, and Keysight Genesys
  • Broad knowledge of digital communication signals
  • Operating experience utilizing lab equipment including: Network Analyzers, Signal Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, and custom test equipment
  • Excellent organization, communication and writing skills, and the ability to express yourself in technical discussion via strategy, implementation and system & subsystem design


Desired
  • Masters or PhD in RF engineering.
  • Seven years of RF engineering development experience in the DoD environment.
  • Expertise working with DoD partners to define requirements.
  • Expertise with DoD RF systems.
  • Expertise developing and improving system development processes, including familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering.
  • Experience with AESA architecture.


What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$90,300-$189,600

About CACI International

CACI International Inc is a multinational professional services and information technology company. It provides services to many branches of the federal government including defense, homeland security, intelligence, and healthcare. CACI has approximately 23,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to provide enterprise and mission technology services and solutions that best fit the needs of its customers. CACI has been named a Fortune World's Most Admired Company, a Washington Post Top Workplace, and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity.
Learn more about CACI International
Size
22,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$374.4 million
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+7.3%
Revenue
$5.8 billion
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